responsibility Meaning & Definition
What Does Responsibility Mean?
Responsibility is a noun that means The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable. It is also used to mean The state of being liable, culpable, or responsible for something in particular.
Responsibility at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɹɪˌspɒn.səˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/ |
| Syllables | 6 |
| Synonyms | obligation, duty and responsibleness |
| Antonyms | irresponsibility and irresponsibleness |
| Plural | responsibilities |
Responsibility Definition (Noun)
- The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable.
Responsibility is a heavy burden.
- The state of being liable, culpable, or responsible for something in particular.
- A duty, obligation or liability for which someone is held accountable.
Why didn't you clean the house? That was your responsibility!
- The obligation to carry forward an assigned task to a successful conclusion.
- The obligation for the proper custody, care, and safekeeping of property or funds entrusted to someone’s possession or supervision.
Noun
- The obligation to carry forward an assigned task to a successful conclusion. With responsibility goes authority to direct and take the necessary action to ensure success.
- The obligation for the proper custody, care, and safekeeping of property or funds entrusted to the possession or supervision of an individual.
Synonyms of Responsibility
Responsibility synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Responsibility
Responsibility in a Sentence
Responsibility is a heavy burden.
Why didn't you clean the house? That was your responsibility!
Word Forms & Grammar
responsibility (countable and uncountable, plural responsibilities)
Words That Rhyme With Responsibility
Origin of Responsibility
From responsible + -ity. Although the components are of French origin, the compound appears to have been formed in English. Later-attested French responsabilité is modeled on the English word, and Italian responsabilità is in turn modeled on the French.
How to Pronounce Responsibility
You say responsibility as /ɹɪˌspɒn.səˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/. It has 6 syllables, with the main stress on the fourth syllable (bɪl).
Responsibility: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is responsibility?
Responsibility is a noun.
What is another word for responsibility?
Close synonyms of responsibility are obligation, duty and responsibleness. See the full list of responsibility synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of responsibility?
Antonyms of responsibility include irresponsibility and irresponsibleness.
What is the plural of responsibility?
The plural of responsibility is responsibilities.